Alberto G. Bartz

Alberto G. Bartz is a procurement professional with deep expertise in infrastructure and mechanical systems contracting, focusing on the acquisition of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and water supply systems. He plays a critical role in advancing agency objectives by managing complex solicitations for commercial and industrial equipment, as well as specialized contracting services. His work ensures the delivery of mission-critical environmental control and utility infrastructure through compliant, transparent acquisition processes aligned with federal procurement regulations. Bartz routinely handles full and open competitions requiring technical evaluations of mechanical system performance, energy efficiency standards, and installation compliance with building codes. His contractor relationships span manufacturers of HVAC and industrial fan equipment, as well as licensed plumbing and electrical contractors who deliver turnkey installation services. He engages with a diverse base of vendors, including those certified under standard industrial classifications for equipment manufacturing and trade contracting. Bartz maintains a preference for direct procurement from qualified manufacturers and system integrators, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in technical reliability and regulatory adherence. His acquisition strategy prioritizes performance-based specifications and lifecycle cost analysis over lowest-price, technically acceptable approaches. Bartz’s contracting activity is entirely focused on full and open competition, with no set-asides utilized in his portfolio. This reflects a strategic emphasis on broad market access and competitive bidding, ensuring maximum vendor participation without socioeconomic restrictions. While small business participation is not formally incentivized through set-asides, his procurement patterns remain open to all qualified entities, including small businesses that compete on technical merit and cost-effectiveness. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 333415 (HVAC equipment manufacturing), 221310 (water supply systems), and 238220 (plumbing and HVAC contractors), with secondary emphasis on industrial fan manufacturing and electrical installation. He specializes in procuring engineered systems for institutional and public facilities, requiring compliance with ASHRAE, EPA, and local building standards, demonstrating strong technical fluency in mechanical systems integration and utility infrastructure modernization.